Matt D’Aquino FREE BJJ Instructionals & Videos
Matt D’Aquino brings judo-for-BJJ to life with crisp entries, high-amplitude throws, and practical takedowns you can hit in gi or no-gi. This page curates his best free videos and breakdowns—uchi mata to single-leg finishes, foot sweeps (de ashi barai), sacrifice throws, guard passing off the takedown, and submissions like armbar and triangle from transition—alongside related concepts from wrestle-ups, snap-downs, and grip fighting. Compare Matt’s teaching with complementary systems and coaches (e.g., Danaher-style entries, Lachlan Giles fundamentals, wrestling shots) to see what fits your game. Browse hand-picked clips, short lessons, and drill ideas to sharpen timing, kuzushi, and mat return chains. Scroll, watch, and layer these details into live rounds to upgrade your stand-up and scoring sequences fast. Read the full Matt D Aquino profile.
Matt D Aquino Takedowns/Stand‑Up (15 Videos)
Simple Judo Takedowns For BJJ Digital Only by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video by Olympian and 4th degree Judo Black belt, Matt D'Aquino, focuses on Judo Takedowns for BJJ. The video includes lessons on grip breaks, throws, takedowns, leg grab takedowns, and prevention of opponent attacks. It also covers how to sprawl, take an opponent's back after a failed shot, and techniques to use when fighting in different stances.
The No Gi Judo Collection by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This instructional video features Matt D'Aquino, an Olympian, 4th-degree Judo Black belt, and competitive BJJ brown belt, teaching how to apply Judo to no-gi grappling. He covers a range of throws and takedowns aimed at providing a dominant position, leg grab takedowns that finish in knee ride, and ways to counter a double leg attack. He also discusses how to utilize different stances and deal with opponents who adopt a bent-over position. Matt emphasizes the use of leverage and efficiency, with a strong focus on breaking even the strongest of grips.
Killer Inside Trips by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
In this video, instructor Matt D'Aquino teaches the inside trips technique, a highly effective maneuver in both Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Matt breaks the technique down in easy to understand segments, enabling learners to improve their takedown game substantially. This technique becomes particularly useful when facing opponents who are fighting in a bent over or BJJ style stance.
Judo Throw Encyclopedia by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video features Matt D'Aquino, an Olympian, teaching various Judo throws and explaining when they should be utilised. He provides detailed instruction on both static and moving applications of Gokyo. The video is designed to help viewers pass any grading level from white to black belt, making it suitable for practitioners of all levels. Matt's world-class details and instruction ensure that viewers thoroughly understand the mechanics and applications of each throw.
Mastering The Judo Shoulder Post by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
In this video, Matt D'Aquino, a 2008 Olympian, teaches you to use the shoulder post technique in Judo. He elaborates on both attack and defence from the shoulder post position. Moreover, the video also provides various methods of Uchimata entries using strategically positioned grips and showcases different variations of 'Danny Williams' head down Uchimata. The shoulder post technique can drastically change the approach to your entries.
Everything Ouchi Gari by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video is a comprehensive compilation of techniques for the judo throw known as Ouchi Gari, taught by Matt D’Aquino. He begins with basic setups that are beginner-friendly and then gradually layers on more advanced details. The instructor demonstrates how to build crucial timing skills with drills designed to help you execute the Ouchi Gari in various scenarios. He explores different grips and emphasizes the distinction in footwork against opponents with same or opposite stances. The end goal is to create a versatile Ouchi Gari strategy that can work for anyone, from novice to potential Olympian.
Extreme Basics of Judo by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video from Matt D'Aquino, a Judo and Jiu-Jitsu black belt, proves to be an essential guide for anyone initiating their journey into Judo or Jiu-Jitsu. Matt not only teaches the fine points of gripping the opponent's gi but also helps develop a game plan based on one's body type. He goes in-depth into understanding breakfalls, crucial elements of newaza such as basic armlocks, basic strangles, and types of pins. In addition, he provides overlooked aspects such as academy etiquette and being a good uke (training partner).
Matt D Aquino Submissions (9 Videos)
The Classic Judo Arm Bar by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
In this video, Judo Olympian and BJJ Black Belt Matt D'Aquino demonstrates the Classic Judo Arm Bar from the guard position. He utilizes a hybrid BJJ/Judo approach to make armbars easier to perform with a higher finish rate. The instructor teaches how to chain armbars together to create submission sequences that can overwhelm an opponent's defense. He also provides strategies to troubleshoot common defensive tactics and to transition to other attacks.
Matt D Aquino Transitions (2 Videos)
Arm Drag Arsenal by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video is a tutorial by Matt D'Aquino, who is a black belt in both Judo and BJJ. He outlines how to master armdrag combinations, set-ups, throws, and transitions. He provides easy to follow instructions, which are intended to increase users' confidence and precision in their armdrag techniques. The lessons taught would be beneficial to grapplers worldwide.
Matt D Aquino Guard Passing (2 Videos)
Smooth as Silk Guard & Half Guard Passing by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video features Matt D'Aquino, a 4th Degree Judo Black Belt and Olympian, demonstrating the techniques and strategies for passing closed guard and half guard positions. He emphasizes the effectiveness of keeping the opponent flat and systemizing multiple pass combinations for a more dominant game plan. By doing this, viewers can increase the chances of achieving pins, submissions, and ultimately, securing more wins.
Matt D Aquino Concepts/Strategy (1 Videos)
Competition Preparation Masterclass by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video is an in-depth masterclass on competition preparation led by Olympic Judoka Matt D'Aquino. The tutorial focuses on cultivating the right mindset for optimal competition performance, guiding viewers through strategies honed from years of elite level experience. Key areas covered include understanding your motivations for competition, maintaining positivity despite setbacks, and training effectively for wins.
Matt D Aquino Drills (2 Instructionals)
Uchikomi Supercharged by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video instructs on performing multi-directional Uchikomi in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as a way to add an extra dimension to your attack game. The focus is on maintaining proper balance to become more efficient on the mat. Instructor and Olympian Matt D'Aquino emphasizes the importance of consistent and focused drilling for improving competition performance. It's a tutorial on how to land your favorite techniques in live training and matches, through the direction of Uchikomi Supercharged.
Grappling Games For Kids by Matt D'Aquino
$47.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video is a guide for parents who want to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Judo with their kids but aren't sure how to do it. The instructor, Matt D'Aquino, presents a collection of fun grappling games designed to improve fitness, enjoyment, and develop real grappling skills for children. Detailed explanations are provided for each game, making it easy for parents to participate and support their child's early grappling journey.
Matt D Aquino Escapes (1 Videos)
Lightning Fast Escapes For Competition Judo by Matt D'Aquino
$79.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video tutorial led by Matt D'Aquino focuses on escaping from common holds and pinning strategies in Judo. D'Aquino introduces swift and definite techniques to escape tight holds such as kesa gatame, kata gatame, chest holds, four corner holds, and more. He emphasizes the development of consistent escapes designed to defeat aggressive pinning combinations. The video also includes training drills to enhance the viewers' reaction time, including a complete osaekomi circuit.
Matt D Aquino Positional Control (1 Videos)
Matt D Aquino Other (2 Instructionals)
How to Start and Successfully Run an Academy by Matt D'Aquino
$197.00 • BJJ Fanatics
The video features Judo Olympian and BJJ Black Belt Matt D'Aquino as he delivers a comprehensive guide on how to start and successfully run a BJJ/Judo academy. He provides some insights into finding the right location and equipment, effective business structuring and organization, as well as the importance of branding. D'Aquino also provides useful tips and advice on class structure, lesson planning, and conflict resolution, aiming to help martial arts business owners to overcome common challenges and achieve success.
Kettlebell Conditioning for Grapplers Digital + E-Book Only by Matt D'Aquino
$57.00 • BJJ Fanatics
This video by Matt D'Aquino provides a detailed guide to kettlebell conditioning for grapplers. The program is split into three levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced, each spanning three weeks. The video includes instructions on how to properly execute each kettlebell movement. In addition, it provides over 60 different intense kettlebell workouts.